1952 Allard Safari vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 444 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Safari has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | CLS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
